GIS Architect

Guidacent, Inc.; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading GIS solutions provider is seeking a GIS Architect with extensive Esri ArcGIS Enterprise experience. The role involves significant responsibilities, including upgrading ArcGIS systems and designing innovative solutions to enhance municipal GIS ecosystems. With a focus on modernization and digital transformation, candidates should have at least 7 years of experience, especially with SDE geodatabases and SQL Server. This position is remote, with occasional onsite requirements for milestones or workshops.

Qualifications

• 7+ years administering and upgrading ArcGIS Enterprise environments.
• Significant experience with SDE geodatabases and SQL Server.
• Experience with CentralSquare Lucity, AMS integration, or utility workflows is a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Architect and execute the upgrade of ArcGIS Enterprise (Server, Portal, Datastore).
• Design and implement a non-ArcMap Lucity bridge to replace legacy runtime dependencies.
• Perform annual ArcGIS Enterprise + geodatabase upgrades.
• Administer and optimize ArcGIS Online & Portal.

Skills

Esri ArcGIS Enterprise

SDE geodatabases

SQL Server

Python

ArcPy

Arcade

Job description

Guidacent is seeking a GIS Architect with deep Esri ArcGIS Enterprise experience to support a multi‑year modernization initiative with one of our municipal clients. You will lead a critical ArcGIS Enterprise 10.9.1 → 11.x upgrade, design a non‑ArcMap Lucity bridge solution, and support ongoing GIS administration, modernization, and digital transformation. You’ll be helping a city modernize its entire GIS ecosystem while ensuring continuity across mission‑critical workflows. Expect a mix of strategic architecture work, hands‑on engineering, and modernization leadership.

Responsibilities:

Year 1 – High‑Priority Migration

• Architect and execute the upgrade of ArcGIS Enterprise (Server, Portal, Datastore)
• Design and implement a non‑ArcMap Lucity bridge to replace legacy runtime dependencies
• Conduct environment testing, documentation, and user training
• Ensure seamless continuity for field and operational workflows

Years 2–3 – Modernization & Administration

• Perform annual ArcGIS Enterprise + geodatabase upgrades
• Administer and optimize ArcGIS Online & Portal
• Lead geodatabase management and SQL Server tuning
• Modernize legacy scripts using Python/ArcPy and Arcade
• Support digital transformation and GIS application enhancements

Requirements:

• 7+ years administering and upgrading ArcGIS Enterprise environments
• Significant experience with SDE geodatabases & SQL Server
• Experience with CentralSquare Lucity, AMS integration, or utility workflows a major plus
• Ability to produce well‑structured documentation and lead client‑facing workshops

Work Location

• Remote (U.S.)
• Onsite only as needed for major upgrade milestones or workshops (minimal)